How to Watch the US Open Online

Networks & Services Streaming US Open This Year

The United States Open Tennis Championships is also referred to as the US Open. It is a hard-court tennis tournament, which is a modern version of one of the oldest championships in the world. The contest dates back to 1881, and since 1987, it has been the fourth and final annual tennis major which comprises of the Grand Slam, along with the French Open, Australian Open, and Wimbledon. The US Open starts on the last Monday of August and lasts until mid-September. It consists of five event championships, i.e., singles for both men and women, as well as the double for both genders and the mixed doubles. The US Open also has events for juniors, seniors, and paraplegic players. The tournament is owned and organized by the USTA, a non-profit, with the net proceeds from ticket sales, television deals, and sponsorships going to promote the development of tennis in America.

Networks Streaming US Open Matches

ESPN and its affiliates, i.e., ESPN 2 and 3 have the rights to broadcast US Open matches in the United States. The network also broadcasts highlights and live commentary.

Watch US Open Matches Without Cable

Yes! Thanks to the internet it’s possible to watch The US Open live, online without ever having to get a regular cable subscription or commit to a long-term contract. Services like Sling TV and DIRECTV NOW make streaming on the go a cinch with apps for iOS, Android, Amazon Fire, and Xbox One amongst other devices. Since both services stream, ESPN along with all of its affiliates coupled with dozens of other channels catching up on sports, news, and entertainment, in general, is very convenient.

Sling TV starts at just $25 a month and DIRECTV NOW is at $35 a month with options to upgrade for more premium networks. You can try both services by clicking on their respective buttons below.

Official Network Apps that Live Stream the US Open

The US Open does have an official website which offers up everything from live scores, to player news and a broadcast schedule for upcoming games. However, the website does not offer live streaming of US Open games. Also, there isn’t an official app just yet.Free and Illegal US Open StreamsWe are aware that some websites claim to offer free streaming of US Open matches. But these are most if not all illegal. Also, many of them don’t really offer anything other than installing malware on your computer. Either way, you end up losing which is why it’s best to use the legal methods described in this article.

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